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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • Chicago

AI generated summary

  • You need lab experience, safety knowledge, MS Office skills, teamwork ability, and good communication. Must lift 20L, shake 1G, follow instructions, and be enrolled in a related degree program.
  • You will learn analytical processes for wastewater monitoring, analyze nutrients and pollutants, and understand treatment facility operations and their environmental impact.

Requirements

  • Experience in general laboratory and safety practices
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to coordinate and cooperate in a group environment
  • Ability to lift sample containers up to 20 liters in capacity
  • Ability to shake and pour sample containers up to one gallon in capacity
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Currently enrolled in a degree seeking program majoring in chemistry, environmental science, chemical engineering, or biology.
  • Has completed at least two semesters of laboratory sciences focused on chemistry or biology.

Responsibilities

  • The candidate will learn analytical processes used to monitor wastewater process streams.
  • They will become familiar with the analysis of nutrients, oxygen demand, mercury and volatile acids using a variety of analytical instruments.
  • They will also become familiar with the operations of a wastewater treatment facility and its role on the reduction of pollutants in the environment.
  • Along with treatment processes the candidate will learn the role of the District in environmental monitoring and flood control activities and their impact on improving the environment and increasing bio-diversity.

FAQs

What is the hourly pay for the Calumet Analytical Lab Intern position?

The hourly pay for the Calumet Analytical Lab Intern position is $18.00 per hour.

How many days can a paid intern work in a calendar year?

Paid interns are limited to 119 working days per calendar year.

What documents are required to apply for the internship?

Required documents include a letter of recommendation, a cover letter stating interest in the position, and a resume.

What is the minimum educational requirement for applicants?

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program majoring in chemistry, environmental science, chemical engineering, or biology, and must have completed at least two semesters of laboratory sciences focused on chemistry or biology.

Are there any residency requirements to apply for this internship?

Yes, applicants must have permanent residency within the territorial boundaries of the MWRD.

Can students who attend school outside the MWRD boundaries apply for the internship?

Yes, students may attend school outside the territorial boundaries but must reside within them.

Who can provide a letter of recommendation?

A letter of recommendation can be provided by a class instructor, professor, or Internship Coordinator from the applicant's current school or university.

What skills are preferred for this internship position?

Preferred skills include experience in general laboratory and safety practices, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, good written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate and cooperate in a group environment.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located at the Calumet Water Reclamation Plant, 400 West 130th Street, Chicago, IL 60628.

Who should questions regarding the internship program be directed to?

Questions regarding the internship program may be directed to MWRDInternships@mwrd.org.

What types of analytical processes will the intern learn about?

The intern will learn about analytical processes used to monitor wastewater process streams, including the analysis of nutrients, oxygen demand, mercury, and volatile acids using various analytical instruments.

The MWRD treats wastewater and manages stormwater for the Chicago region.

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Mission & Purpose

Established in 1889, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is an award-winning, special purpose government agency responsible for wastewater treatment and stormwater management in Cook County, Illinois. The MWRD provides services throughout an 883 square mile area which includes the City of Chicago and suburban communities. The MWRD serves an equivalent pop. of 10.35 million citizens; 5.25 million people, a commercial and industrial equivalent of 4.5 million people, and a combined sewer overflow of .6 million people. The MWRD's 554 miles of intercepting sewers and force mains range in size from 12 inches to 27 feet in diameter and are fed by approximately 10,000 local sewer system connections. The MWRD's Tunnel and Reservoir Plan (TARP) is one of the country’s largest public works projects for pollution and flood control. Four tunnel systems total 109 miles of tunnels, nine to 33 feet in diameter and 150 to 300 feet underground, are in operation. Three TARP reservoirs are in operation and construction is in progress on the remaining 6.5 billion gallon portion of the McCook Reservoir. The MWRD owns and operates the Stickney Water Reclamation Plant, the world’s largest, in addition to six other plants and 23 pumping stations. Treating an average of 1.4 billion gallons of wastewater each day, the MWRD's total wastewater treatment capacity is over 2 billion gallons per day. The MWRD recycles all biosolids and has an aggressive outreach program.